The process of kneading dough can be tedious and time-consuming for anyone who is unfamiliar with this technique. If you’re like me, you’ll bear the fruits of your labor only to find that the finished product isn’t quite what you had in mind. This is just one of many reasons why so many people are turning to kitchen appliances these days, even if they are just basic stand mixers or hand mixers.
If you’re planning on making your own bread and considering getting a stand mixer, you might want to know which product is most suitable for your needs. Before we go any further, I’d like to point out that I’m not just some guy who knows absolutely nothing about baking. I’ve been baking my own bread since I was 12 years old. Here’s what we’re looking at today:
We have the KitchenAid K4511XER 5-quart Artisan Series Stand Mixer with Glass Bowl versus the Oster CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake Breadmaker . It’s going to be interesting to see which of these will come out on top in this comparison.
The KitchenAid is packed with some nice features, but you do have to pay quite a bit extra for those extras. Let’s see what each of these products have to offer:
1. Design – The KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer doesn’t come with any real extravagances like the Expressbake’s stainless steel accents. However, it does come in at around 20 pounds and is completely made from stainless steel. If you’re looking for something more solid and less breakable, this is the stand mixer for you.
2. Speed – The Expressbake comes in at an impressive rate of 10 minutes per loaf of bread (180 minutes per 1/4 lb loaf). This feature is pretty much unheard of until recently.
3. Interior – The interior of the KitchenAid Artisan is made from a plastic material, while the Expressbake’s is made from polished stainless steel. The KitchenAid’s is better made of a harder plastic than the Expressbake’s, but the Expressbake’s interior is stronger. I wouldn’t want to make any serious changes to my stand mixer and risk it breaking.
4. Built-in Punch Bumper – The punch bumpers on the KitchenAid are very sturdy and much more powerful than those on the Expressbake. You won’t have to worry about your hand getting splattered with your batter if you use this feature.
5. Extras – The Expressbake comes with a recipe book for making bread, but the KitchenAid does not. This is a pretty big consideration for many consumers. If you would like to have complete control over your ingredients and recipes, you should consider getting the KitchenAid Artisan stand mixer.
6. Design – The Expressbake has an all-in-one style design with most mechanics built into one unit instead of having to deal with various pieces of equipment, like kneaders and paddles. You may prefer this type of design if you want to make other things besides bread (like cake or muffins) or if you’re looking for something that’s easy to clean (and therefore easy to store).
7. Power – The KitchenAid Artisan has a maximum power of 350 watts. This is plenty of power to mix a batch of bread in less than 10 minutes. The Expressbake features 270 watts and can produce bread in approximately 20 minutes (you can make loaves larger than 1/4lb with this machine). However, some people may prefer the more powerful motor on the Expressbake, especially if you’re planning on making bigger loaves of bread (up to 3 lbs).
Will the KitchenAid Artisan 5 Quart Stand Mixer work to knead pizza crust/dough?
No, it will not. I have had my Kitchen Aid for 2 years and it just does not do a good job at all with pizza dough. I have to stop so many times and scrape the sides of the bowl and then it is still very soft. I would not recommend getting this model if you plan on making anything with a lot of yeast in it or any type of dough recipe with a high water content (such as muffins or pancakes).
Does the Expressbake have the same power as a KitchenAid Stand Mixer?
No, it does not. The Expressbake only has 270 watts of power. The KitchenAid Artisan will have up to 350 watts of power, depending on the recipe you are making. This can make a difference in how quickly your dough rises while kneading (or even while rising).
Does the KitchenAid Artisan and Expressbake have the same recipes?
No, they do not. If you’re looking for more recipes, be sure to check out the Oster CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake Breadmaker’s recipe book which includes over 100 great loaf recipes.
Which should I get?
It’s a tough decision between the KitchenAid Artisan 5 Quart Stand Mixer or Oster Expressbake Breadmaker . You’ll have to consider their differences and decide which is best for you based on your needs.
What is the difference between the Oster CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake and the KitchenAid Artisan?
Both the Oster CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake and KitchenAid Artisan are both top-of-the-line models. They both have a bread capacity of 1lb. The Expressbake comes with a recipe book, while the KitchenAid does not. The KitchenAid has more power because it has 350 watts and you can use any brand of bread mix you want (or make your own). The Expressbake only has 270 watts and it only uses Oster bread mix. The Expressbake is designed to only make bread and does not include any kneading attachments for other recipes (like pizza).
We’d like to thank Oster for providing us with a copy of the CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake Breadmaker . It’s been a great breadmaker!
What is the difference between the KitchenAid Artisan 5 Quart Stand Mixer and other stand mixers?
Answer: The KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer comes with a number of extra accessories that aren’t included with some competitors. These include a dough hook, flat mixing paddle, and wire whip for making many different types of recipes. If you’re making things like cookies or muffins (with added chocolate chips, nuts), you will have to purchase some extra attachments for your stand mixer.
How powerful is the Oster CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake?
The Expressbake is powered with 270 watts. The KitchenAid Artisan is powered with 350 watts. This can make a difference in how quickly your dough rises while kneading (or even while rising).
What is the difference between the Oster CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake and the KitchenAid Artisan?
The Expressbake is designed to only make bread, but it does have some kneading attachments for making other types of recipes (like pizza crust or pizza dough). The KitchenAid Artisan comes with a number of extra accessories.
Final Thoughts:
The Oster CKSTBRTW20 Expressbake Breadmaker bakes up a great batch of fresh-baked bread. It comes equipped with a number of attachments and attachments that can be purchased separately. I love having all of the kneading attachments on board so I can make most kinds of bread easily.
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